A driver was arrested for DUI at a Taco Bell drive-thru in Hagåtña, Guam, after falling asleep at the wheel. Police responded to reports of a stationary vehicle blocking the drive-thru lane late Saturday night. Upon arrival, officers found Darius Glen Thomas Jr. asleep in his 2013 Toyota Corolla, not wearing a seatbelt. Officers observed signs of impairment, including bloodshot eyes, droopy eyelids, and the smell of alcohol. An open can of Asahi beer was found on the floorboard of the vehicle.
Thomas initially refused a field sobriety test, claiming he was returning from a Christmas party. He eventually complied, exhibiting clear signs of impairment, leading to his arrest. A breathalyzer test revealed a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.215%, significantly higher than the legal limit of 0.08%.
A Taco Bell security guard witnessed Thomas slumped over the steering wheel with a beer can in hand while stopped at the menu board. The guard’s attempts to wake Thomas resulted in the driver taking a drink from the can before proceeding to the pick-up window. This incident underscores the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of responsible alcohol consumption. Thomas faces multiple misdemeanor charges, including driving while impaired, driving with a BAC over 0.08%, drinking while driving, and possessing an open container in a vehicle. The arrest occurred at 12:15 a.m. on January 5th.
